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How is the Chevy Volt different than conventional hybrids, like the Prius?

April 26, 2017chevy conventional different hybrids prius Volt

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How is the Chevy Volt different than conventional hybrids, like the Prius?

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Today’s hybrids are called parallel hybrids. They use a small electric motor for low speed driving, but switch to a regular gas engine for acceleration and faster speed driving with the electric motor providing enhancement, hence both engines work side by side or in parallel.